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Banana Magnolia (Magnolia figo)

Magnolia figo, commonly known as Banana Magnolia, is a compact evergreen shrub prized for its fragrant, banana-scented flowers and glossy foliage.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy loam, slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water regularly, keeping soil moist but not waterlogged.

Reduce watering during winter months.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile loam or sandy loam, slightly acidic to neutral pH.

Temperature

Thrives in temperatures between 15-25°C.

Can tolerate cooler temperatures but protect from frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1.5-3 m

Spread

1.5-3 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

3-5 cm

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Synonyms
Liriodendron figo Lour.
Michelia figo (Lour.) Spreng.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMagnoliales
  • familyMagnoliaceae
  • genusMagnolia
  • speciesMagnolia figo
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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